>Designed and authorized by bru_bri_mocs, meticulously recreating the B-52 Stratofortress, a real American strategic bomber, with rich details and high playability. >More than 1722 pieces. >Contains professional and detailed PDF assembly instructions. >Building is a wonderful activity to enjoy with family and friends. This building toy will enhance your hand-eye coordination, foster divergent thinking, improve problem-solving skills, inspire creativity, and promote brain development. It also helps develop collaboration and teamwork skills. >Recommended from 16+ years. Product description and background story:The B-52 probably is the most famous bomber in the aviation history, known even to non-aviation experts, made famous by the key role he played in the Cold War and the apparitions in many war and action movies.The first B-52 flight took place on April 15, 1952, and it entered service in 1955; today, the B-52 Stratofortress still be in service and its retirement is not expected until 2040: at that point, the older models will have 80 years of service!This MOC is a 1:80 scale restoration of the B-52 Stratofortress, designed in every detail and with all the features of the real bomber:- Retractable landing gear- Landing gear doors- Weapons bay with openable doors- Crew access hatch- Moving aerodynamic surfaces (flaps, elevators, rudder)The model also includes a display stand."B-52 Stratofortress" specifications:Size in centimeters: 60,2 x 68,6 x 15Size in inches: 23,7 x 27 x 5,9Size in bricks: 75,2 x 85,7 x 18,8Approximate weight: 967,5 g / 34,13 oz